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‘Justice, USA’ Documentary Explores The Truth Behind Nashville’s Prison System

A recent report released by the U.S. Department of Justice indicates that Tennessee is experiencing a faster growth rate in its prison population compared to most other states. The report revealed that between the end of 2021 and 2022, Tennessee

Flint, Michigan: City In Contempt Over Lead Water Pipe Crisis

Flint, Michigan is in contempt because of a lead water pipe crisis.According to the Associated Press, a federal judge has found the city of Flint in contempt because of failing to comply with a court order that spelled out the

Andre Holland Becomes Huey P. Newton In Apple TV+ Limited Series ‘The Big Cigar’

Andre Holland is stepping into the shoes of Black Panther leader Huey P. Newton in the Apple TV+ limited series The Big Cigar.Holland leads a renowned ensemble cast including Alessandro Nivola, Tiffany Boone, PJ Byrne, Marc Menchaca, Moses Ingram, Rebecca

Major League Baseball Looks To Increase Number Of Black Players

Major League Baseball is trying to improve the number of Black players in the game through its youth pipeline.The program started in 2018, predating the establishment of the DREAM Series by MLB, which marked the first time Black players were

Kamala Harris Leads White House Push for Marijuana Policy Change

Vice President Kamala Harris wants to see change when it comes to the categorization of marijuana.In fact, Harris called the current classification of marijuana under federal law “absurd” amid a White House event two Fridays ago. She is even looking

Fast Cars, Explosions, Miami Nights: ‘Bad Boys 4: Ride Or Die’ Trailer Drops

Mike Lowery and Marcus Burnett are back running down the streets of Miami guns a blazing.Sony has released the explosive trailer for Bad Boys 4: Ride or Die, starring the dynamic duo Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. We can expect

Kwasi Darko Mensah’s Journey In The Hospitality Industry Led Him To The Bloom Bar

Kwasi Darko Mensah is a graduate of Morehouse College with a bachelor’s degree in finance and marketing. He has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with a wide range of success in creating memorable guest experiences, operations

Muhammad Ali To Be Inducted Into WWE Hall of Fame

One of boxing’s greatest heavyweight champions of all time is headed into the WWE Hall of Fame.The late great Muhammad Ali will be celebrated once more for his amazing contributions to the sports world on April 5. The ceremony that will

Invest Fest Returns To Atlanta For Fourth Consecutive Year

For the fourth year in a row, Invest Fest will be returning to Atlanta this August.Invest Fest is a conference organized by the Earn Your Leisure (EYL) podcast hosts, Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings. EYL is a popular podcast that

‘Goon Squad’ Sentenced To Decades In Prison For The Torture Of Two Black Men In Mississippi

Justice has been served, seemingly.Members of the self-described “Goon Squad” were finally sentenced to federal prison this last week after admitting that they, monstrously, “tortured and abused two Black men in a racist attack that left one of the victims

Lights, Camera, Icon: Ernie Hudson’s Next Act

“This is the first shoot that I’ve been a part of with an all-Black staff, I never saw that before." Those were the words uttered by Hollywood icon Ernie Hudson during our Turned Gentleman shoot, reflecting on the longevity of

GSU Brings Music Industry Legend To Teach Touring And Concert Management Course

In the ever-evolving music industry, touring has transcended its traditional role as a way of promoting album releases to become a primary source of revenue and artistic expression for musicians. The evolution of technology, coupled with the changing preferences of music

Netflix’s ‘Supacell’ Trailer Teases A New Breed Of Superpowers In South London

Netflix has dropped the trailer for its upcoming series Supacell, which is set to redefine the superhero genre.The upcoming six-part series coming out of Netflix's UK department was written by Andrew Onwubolu also known as Rapman. He is also the

4 Best Ways to Support Black-Owned Businesses

According to data from the Pew Research Center, black-owned small businesses represent only 3% of entrepreneurship in the U.S. Although the number of black entrepreneurs is constantly growing, they still face numerous problems, including the lack of access to funding,

The Originals Return In The Newest Installment Of ‘Ghostbusters’

Ernie Hudson is back as a Ghostbuster for the fourth time, reprising his role as Dr. Winston Zeddemore in the latest film Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Hudson originated the role in the first Ghostbusters film in 1984.Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is a

‘The American Society of Magical Negroes’ Dives Deep Into Covert Racism

Focus Features has released the satirical comedy, The American Society of Magical Negroes, this past weekend.The film follows Aren, portrayed by Justice Smith, a young man navigating the intricacies of modern life. His world is turned upside down when he

[Giveaway] Watch the Atlanta Hawks Play the Brooklyn Nets With Dear Fathers

Dear Fathers, the premiere media platform dedicated to telling stories of Black fatherhood, invites you to celebrate Black fathers at Dear Fathers Night at the State Fram Arena.On Saturday, April 2, join us and Dear Fathers for a panel discussion

What’s Going On In Haiti?

Over the decades, Haiti has been struggling due to a myriad of developments.One of which is powerful nations stealing and digging up its resources when the lights aren’t being used, which causes earthquakes and an abundance of disarray, according to

Meet Richard And Mengistu Koile: The Brothers Behind Philadelphia’s First Black-owned Brewery

The City of Brotherly Love is continuing to live up to its name.Some brothers from Philly have collaborated and have started a new brewery company, according to NBC News. The pair of brothers, Richard and Mengistu Koiler, have added a

Colman Domingo Portrays An Inmate In Prison Drama ‘Sing Sing’ Trailer

After landing an Oscar nomination for playing real-life civil rights activist Bayard Rustin in the Netflix film Rustin, Colman Domingo will take on another real-life personality John "Divine G" Whitfield, author and founder of Divine G Entertainment in the A24

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